Leslie Jones is officially coming for your busted décor, questionable paint jobs, and “why‑does‑this‑exist?” rental furniture. HGTV has dropped the first look at its newest comedy‑makeover hybrid, Roast My Rental, with the always‑unfiltered Jones stepping in to judge, joke, and joyfully drag the worst Airbnb setups she can find. The series premieres July 24 at 10 p.m., and if the teaser is any indication, no rental is safe.
HGTV is leaning all the way into comedy this summer with Roast My Rental, a fresh, fast‑paced series that blends home‑improvement chaos with the sharp comedic edge only Leslie Jones can deliver. Known for her fearless humor and big‑energy personality, Jones steps into the world of short‑term rentals to do what she does best: tell the truth, loudly, hilariously, and without apology.
The premise is simple — and brilliant. Each episode features Jones touring some of the most tragically decorated, poorly planned, or downright confusing Airbnb and vacation rental spaces across the country. From mismatched furniture to bizarre wall art to “who approved this?” design choices, Jones gives viewers the comedic catharsis they didn’t know they needed.
While Jones brings the jokes, HGTV brings the fixes. After the roast comes the rescue: a team of designers and contractors swoops in to transform the rental into something guests might actually want to stay in. The result is a hybrid format that mixes:
- Comedy roasting
- Design intervention
- Before‑and‑after reveals
- Real‑world rental upgrades
It’s part makeover show, part stand‑up special, and part “please don’t let my Airbnb look like this.”
Jones has long been a fan favorite for her bold comedic style, from her breakout on Saturday Night Live to her scene‑stealing roles in film and her viral sports commentary. In Roast My Rental, she channels that same energy into calling out the wildest rental fails — and she does it with the kind of honesty only she can get away with.
Her reactions alone are worth the watch: wide‑eyed disbelief, uncontrollable laughter, and the occasional “Oh hell no.”
Short‑term rentals have become a cultural phenomenon — and so have the horror stories. From strange décor choices to misleading photos, everyone has seen (or survived) a rental disaster. HGTV taps directly into that shared experience, pairing it with Jones’s comedic firepower and the network’s signature renovation magic.
The show is tailor‑made for:
- Fans of design shows
- Comedy lovers
- Airbnb hosts looking for inspiration
- Renters who want to feel better about their last vacation mishap
Premiere Details
Roast My Rental premieres:
📅 July 24, 2026
⏰ 10 p.m. ET
📺 HGTV
Expect laughs, gasps, and some surprisingly gorgeous transformations.
